Mark Faller, Class of 1967

Mark's professional career began at PJHS and continues today as professor of philosophy at Alaska Pacific University in Anchorage. Mark Faller holds a BA in physics and philosophy from Harvard University and a Ph.D. from the University of Georgia. His education has taken him from here to Alaska and his diverse background has allowed him to explore the world. Faller has been an educator, teacher, and coach for over 40 years. He's taught math, humanities, and philosophy in high school and college.  He's been a successful wrestling coach at both levels. In 1977 and 1978 his Port wrestling squads were crowned state champs. It was Faller who coached Ed and Lou Banach during their high school years. The "Banach Twins" would go on to win five NCAA titles and bring home two Olympic Gold Medals in the 1984 summer games. Faller is a proud brother of five and an uncle to eleven. He teaches philosophy because he's convinced that ideas are the living tools by which we transform the world.